'We All Feel It': Loretta Lynn's Granddaughter Pours Her Heart Out after Granny Supported Her in Hard Times

• Country music legend Loretta Lynn had a prosperous career that spanned decades.

• Despite the fame and fortune, she worried about not being close to her family.

• In her later years, she established a bond with them and their offspring.

• Lynn's granddaughter pours out her emotions while honoring the singer who supported her in hard times.

Loretta Lynn was a legendary singer whose powerful voice, combined with her outstanding lyrics, stirred emotions.

The powerhouse was famous for scripting her real-life experiences, and during her six-decades-long career, she released uncountable gold albums.

Over the years, Lynn became a force to reckon with, and her legacy in country music history became more significant.

On October 4, 2022, this powerhouse was reported to have died at her Tennessee residence. She was 90 years old. However, her family's announcement hinted that it was a peaceful death. According to their announcement:

"Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this morning (October 4) in her sleep at home at her beloved ranch."

The country singer was introduced to the world at the beginning of the 1960s. At the time, she already had a family consisting of four kids.

Lynn's lyrics possessed realness, as they were drawn from her personal story, yet, the way she delivered them was appealing to the world.

The singer never attempted to hide her past; through her music, she shared stories of her humble beginning as a coal miner's daughter and her marital woes.

Her music also highlighted societal issues like gender roles. Lynn's "Rated X" and "Don't Come Home A Drinkin (With Lovin' on Your Mind)" were personal stories, but they charged at the double standards in society.

The "Coal Miner's Daughter" singer became Nashville's first prominent female to write and produce her songs and was also among the first female singers to generate her hit songs.

Lynn became the first woman to receive the entertainer award of the year during two country music award shows.

The first was from the Country Music Association in 1972. Then, in 1975, she won another from the Academy of Country Music.

Her other honors included a few Grammys and Kennedy Center Honor in 2003. Yet, despite such immense contributions to the music culture, the singer never appeared cocky.

During an interview, she explained that it was hard to understand why people were mesmerized by her songs. She said:

"Cultural contributions? What's that? I was just sayin' it like I was livin' it. People'd go around that, but I went right through the middle."

Lynn was a reputable singer, revered by many. But her personal story was marked a bit sad. She was from a poor background, married at 15, and in no time, was plunged into motherhood.

Thankfully, Lynn found a way around it, and even though she suffered some marital problems, including a cheating husband, she rose above her struggles to make a remarkable story.

Lynn always believed everyone had the power to make or mar their lives. In an interview, she explained, "God gives you life, and you do with it what you want to. If you turn out bad, that's up to you. If you turn out good, that's up to you, also."

The "Coal Miner's Daughter" crooner was conscious about making a success out of her life. First, however, she had to pay the price. Lynn confessed that her early days as a singer was rough because it took her away from her family.

Sometimes, she tried to make it up to her children during Christmases and other holidays but ended up being late, which made her emotional. According to Lynn:

"Just close your eyes and think about your own family – just think about being away from them on the holidays. It was hard for me. Sometimes I'd cry."

Although her hard work and time on the road paid off for her career, she lost some precious moments with her children.

However, before the end of her life, Lynn was close to her family, and she witnessed happy moments with the entire brood, including her twenty grandkids, twenty-four great-grandkids, and three great-great-grandkids!

Lynn's Relationship with Her Granddaughter, Tayla

Lynn may not have been close to her kids, but she did not repeat the same mistake with her grandkids. One of her granddaughters, Tayla, shared an extremely close relationship with her.

Interestingly, the iconic singer passed down her talent to her kids and grandkids, who chart their paths independently through their extraordinary talents.

Tayla lived with the singer during her early years, and according to her, Lynn required respect and accountability.

This did not automatically allow the younger woman to behave responsibly, but eventually, she learned the core values from her grandmother. Apart from keeping late nights and wearing skimpy outfits, Tayla was drawn into a life of addiction which nearly ruined her.

Thankfully, Lynn remained steadfast, continued to guide her grandchild, and further influenced her personal and professional life.

The women sang together and hit the road sometimes. Tayla grew to love and appreciate country music, and today, with Lynn's help, she is a remarkable singer and songwriter.

Last year, Tayla recalled her fond memories with Lynn, maintaining that she gave her the power to navigate life eventually. She said:

"Memaw is not on the road anymore and that's a grief for her and a grief for us and a grief for the fans. But she's still so witty and so very talented, and today, I stand in the power that she has given me."

Everything Worth Knowing About Loretta Lynn's Kids and Grandkids

Apart from being a superstar, Lynn was also a mother to six kids, whom she shared with her husband, Oliver.

Their first child, Betty Sue, was born in 1948. Sadly, Sue died at age 64, leaving behind two daughters and five grandkids.

Lynn's second child was Jack Benny, who died untimely after drowning in the family pool. Earnest Ray is her first son, whose daughter, Tayla, is a country music star.

Lynn's second daughter, Clara Marie, followed in her career path. She became famous for producing her mom's covers and later established herself in the same genre.

Lynn and Oliver's last children were twins, Peggy Jean and Patsy, the most successful musicians in the family, in 1989 and 1999; they received CMA Award nominations.

Interestingly, the iconic singer passed down her talent to her kids and grandkids, who chart their paths independently through their extraordinary talents.

In 2012, Lynn surprised fans when she allowed her granddaughter, Emmy Rose, 5, to showcase her brilliant vocals!

While Lynn may have departed from the world, her music would live through her descendants, and her legacy would continuously be honored in the music industry.